
DFS Lab
Investment Thesis
DFS Lab, a beacon in the African tech space, stands out with its focus on early-stage funding, nurturing startups like Suplias, Kibanda TopUp, and Akiba Digital. Their dedication to Seed rounds positions them as catalysts for the growth of innovative businesses, shaping the future of Africa's digital landscape.
Portfolio Preview
A sample from 25 verified portfolio companies.

TurnStay
TurnStay thrives at the intersection of fintech and travel, championing hassle-free experiences in travel payments.

Chargel
Chargel brings the offline operations of trucking online, by matching the shippers to the right carriers at the right price.

Terraa
Terraa is a Morocco-based foodtech startup which directly connects farmers with retailers, restaurants, and service providers.

CutStruct
Efficient construction material procurement and management with CutStruct

Bumpa
Bumpa is a Nigerian startup which helps retailers manage and grow their businesses from their mobile phones.

Tanda
Tanda is a Kenyan fintech startup working to revolutionize access to digital financial services for micro-retilers across Africa.
DFS Lab: quick facts
- Which startups has DFS Lab invested in?
- DFS Lab has backed at least 25 African startups, including TurnStay, Chargel, Terraa, CutStruct, Bumpa and 20 others.
- What stages does DFS Lab invest in?
- DFS Lab invests at the Pre-seed, Seed, Angel and Pre-Series A stages.
- Which sectors does DFS Lab invest in?
- Its portfolio spans Financial Services, FinTech, Banking, Logistics, Marketplace and Ecommerce.


